Recent content by chadmichaels

I got this kit and stated building it. As I'm building I'm noticing there is no floor panels like the instructions show, It shows(4X2's) Not only is there no parts numbered "2" but the roof panels are numbered 54 instead of number 32 as instructions show. Now I know Walthers do alot of reissuing...

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Hey Guys, It's been forever since I've posted on here, Just wanted to say Hi and give you a update on my new project. After 5 years of not fully completing a layout I'm going to tear down and re-build a more user friendly layout. Attached is the track plan. I do have one question though, how...

Anyone good with drawing up a layout on the computer? I need someone to help me sketch out my design. Feel free to message me if you can help me out. Chad

Hey guys, Has anybody bought these loads from Grand Central Gems? http://www.walthers.com/exec/productinfo/295-LL1 I'm looking to make my own out of Balsa wood but was trying to find measurements on them but can't seem to find any info. I'm thinking of making mine 1 inch long or 1 1/2 long...

That is fantastic Kevin! I only hope to be that good someday. I've watched a few of the videos posted above by Greg and I will be signing up to the Rustbucket forum. I hope to play around this weekend with the weathering.

Hey guys, As the title says, I'm new to weathering and will be trying it out here in a couple days for the first time. Just have a couple questions for you weathering guys out there. First off when fading the car, do you fade the car first then apply rust, grim etc or apply rust, grim etc...

got it figured out, Just swapped out my Digitrax for a TCS decoder and now I have the look and control I was going for after changing some CV's. Thanks for your help guys!

Hey guys, Need some help here understanding a few things on Decoder lighting. I have a unit with a Digitrax DH-123 decoder. I'm trying to set it up to where I have function 1 as the front headlight and function 0 as the rear headlight. I would also like them to be able to Dim. What do I need...

I see InterMountain has pushed back most all of there release dates again. I've pre-ordered the IC&E SD40-2's that were to be released well over a year ago I believe. Is there still issues over in China, is that what is causing the delay or is it something else? Anyone have any Inside...

Willie! I agree with Gary, very nice building and now Im gonna go get one. Your city scene looks great also! Again thanks for the pics!

Thanks guys for the replies!. Willie looking forward to the pic.

Gary, I'd like to see pics of the finished product, what I mean by module style is you can build the Office side on either side of the truck bays. As In all the pics I have seen the office is on the left hand side of the bays. Was wondering if you can build it on the right hand side.

Has anyone built this kit yet? I'm thinking about getting it and read that the bay doors open and close and that the kit is module style. Just wondering if any of that is true. Please post pics of the built kit if you have any. http://www.trainsetsonly.com/page/TSO/PROD/933-3765 Chad

Hey guys, Just getting started with a air brush system and I'm looking for a good compressor. My air brush is a good starter one by Powermate and its got a 10-30psi recomendation on it. Been checking out the compressors on Hobbylinc, just don't know which one to go with. Any input would be...